Just saw the subscruber count for this channel and was totally shocked to see it in the low thousands. I thought it would be ten times that! Annette is a great host, the production values are amazing, and the properties are fascinating. Keep doing what you're doing and I'm sure the channel will take off massively.
We are growing... this channel is new, but mighty. Tell all your friends to subscribe we have loads of fun videos on the horizon. My team is simply amazing. Thanks for your kind comment, and thanks for watching. x
Hi Annette just wanted to let you know that I'm in the process of buying the house! I wanted to thank you for bringing this lovely property to my attention. I never would have found it without your amazing videos!
It might be interesting to have a video about how these apartments are legally structured. How are common area's maintained? Building updates and repairs? How are utilities and taxes treated. This was a great apt.
You are correct it is complicated, sort of. That's why all of the legalities are left to a special lawyer called a Notaio. When you buy a house you must hire a Notaio and a Geometra. I lay all of this out in my book Italy is My Boyfriend. They can answer all of your questions and explain the details and legalities to the buyer.@@KathiKruse666
🙂Very much like the US, HOA, and maintenance fees. We lived in a flat for twelve years in Alassio.@@ryanstuhr Read my book Italy is My Boyfriend, I wrote it about our real estate experience in Italy. It's a great resource. x
It is still available. Full disclosure it has a lot of problems. The apartment above leaks. The owner would need to fix the roof/terrace on the roof, before I would advise moving on this apartment. It's a long term project. In the sense that the purchase is complicated because of the extensive water damage that needs to be addressed before any purchase is possible. I would email Federico about it. Just be aware the water damage may be a constant issue in the building. It's not insurmountable it is just a long haul. Thanks for watching.
you have new subscriber in me, love you no bulshit, str8 forward attitude your, love your realness and that you are so direct even in front of the realtor
Thanks for the video, could you explain what the meaning of “currently being defined” is for this property? and diesel? Is that the type of fuel use for heating? Thank you.
Wow! 😮 Just 5 seconds in, and boom - “my secret hideaway” which I had saved in my few favorites on Idealista website is in the spotlight! 😂 now the cat's out of the box! 😂 gosh, let me see the rest of the video. I may have to make an offer on this one…
I would watch the entire video. It's got some challenges and see it in person for sure. It's pretty darn charming... Link for Federico is below the video He's a great guy! Thanks for watching x
It's really charming and priced much better than the last few places you've toured. Love this one. Especially charming wood details in living area and kitchen. It would make a good lock & leave for someone. Federico can dig up more like this one 😋 Thanks for clarifying and giving some color about the bar next door, it doesn't sound like noise, it sounds like charm. Mille grazie, ciao!
Lovely apartment - it speaks to me and many others, Is it on the 1st floor? The water damage is a problem in that who will be responsible for fixing it? I’d have thought the owner of the apartment above would want to do so a) to be able to sell it and b) prevent further damage to it and the one below. Is there insurance on either property?? I totally agree with you- I’d only close on either property when the damage has been repaired fully. Thanks for taking us round. Ciao
I love it when you like me the property if I was in a position to buy an apartment/ house in Italy I would want you to look at it first 😁✌️👍 Thx for the video Kathi Kruse From Olympia WA USA
Thanks so much for the great feedback and thank you for watching. I would be happy to look at your property, keep watching the right one may just come up. x
Nice...Agreed, I think a lot of the furniture is great! I wonder....Would there be consideration to cigarette smoke from next door bar if people were enjoying? I am thinking you can still smoke outside of course? Thanks team! A and F and crew! Love Thursdays...
I've been looking for over a year, and there's always MORE than one thing that's a problem. No heat, damage, needs a roof, etc. So many houses need a lot of repairs.
It took us 4 1/2 years to find La Fortezza, I always say that in Italy the house finds you. Keep looking. Italy taught me patience. Good luck and thanks for watching. x
Remember that with roof damage, the tenant underneath is also responsible as well for any repairs and will have to contribute to the cost of any repairs. It’s a sliding scale so if you live in a three storied building the ground floor tenant will pay the least and as you go up to the first floor etc your quota will gradually increase and in the case of this apartment you might be liable for a third of the costs. It’s variable but in my experience it’s like this(I’ve flipped a few houses in Italy). My advice is to not get involved, or when in doubt just walk away as there may be a tacit agreement between the owners of both properties to shift the cost onto the new buyers. Always imagine the worst possible scenario because that’s usually how it works out. There are hundreds of good properties to choose from, so take your time and get the right one. What you thought was a dream could quickly turn into a nightmare.
Federico said that the upper floor owner will pay the full amount for the big repairs. He owns the terrace that is where the water infiltration is. In Italy if you own the roof terrace and it leaks are you are responsible. Not the building owner, the apartment owner. Of course It is a case by case every case is different. In this case the owner of the upper apartment is going to fix the leak and the water damage in his apartment. Then if you buy the lower apartment, once the leak is fixed. Then you are responsible for repairing the water damage in your own space. So technically you are correct. But the BIG water issue is addressed first. ua-cam.com/video/XCwz_e4t1Iw/v-deo.html in this video you will see the apartment above this one. Thanks for the comment. Thanks for watching. x
No HOA here. Rarely in Italy unless it's a new apt project. You can do your interior space as you like unless it's a historical restoration. Read my book Italy is My Boyfriend, everything you need to know is in that book. Thanks for watching.
General question for you Annette... why Fivizzano? I mean, it looks like a perfectly lovely town, but is there something that elevates it above others in the wider region?
It's a beautiful region. Fivizzano is lovely. There are many lovely towns in the region. We fell in love with our house La Fortezza, the views are insane. Watch the video here ua-cam.com/video/nU83jQEJgXQ/v-deo.html I think you will agree it's a special place. Thanks for watching. x
if I was retired already I would book a flight today, but no, I have at least 5 years to go and even then my wife wants us to get a stand-alone home. But for me, this is almost my ideal. Guess Ill just keep dreaming for now and keep on learning Italian.
Yes learn Italian, take these five years to find your place in Italy where you want to be. Vacation for weeks during the summer and winter. Learn the area. It's a huge decision. I am excited for you! Bravo! Thanks for watching x Read my Book italy is My Boyfriend. Loads of tips there. Ci vediamo in Italia!
I bought your book and gave it to my wife as a Christmas gift but she hasn't had time to read it yet. Maybe I will take it back and read it myself. Working for a while on Italian yet I am still at the beginner stage. However I have time on my side, Thanks for the tips, looking forward to more videos. @@AnnetteJosephstyle
Great question. A complicated question. The simplest answer is that they don't have the money. The more complicated issue is that there are big problems with the apt upstairs, water infiltration. That is the first thing that needs to be dealt with. That owner doesn't want to deal with it. Another part is that Italians own lots of property, it is handed down, it has to be by law. So this apartment is most likely not the first priority, so it falls into disrepair. It's sad.Italians don't buy or flip properties it's not a thing.... These neglected houses are all over Italy. That's why it's my mission to save these beautiful spaces. Hence my channel and my own house in Italy. Thanks for watching. My own renovation story is told in my book Italy is My Boyfriend.
The owner will need to repair the water damage in their own flat. @@jmcqueen7355 I am still thinking about this flat. I feel like I should buy it repair is and resell it. I love the energy in this one.
I'm still thinking about that flat, too. It does have a good structure/layout already in place. I'm thinking of coming again soon, might make a detour. I hadn't been looking this far north of Rome, where I fly into, but it would be worth a look. @@AnnetteJosephstyle
Just saw the subscruber count for this channel and was totally shocked to see it in the low thousands. I thought it would be ten times that! Annette is a great host, the production values are amazing, and the properties are fascinating. Keep doing what you're doing and I'm sure the channel will take off massively.
We are growing... this channel is new, but mighty. Tell all your friends to subscribe we have loads of fun videos on the horizon. My team is simply amazing. Thanks for your kind comment, and thanks for watching. x
Hi Annette just wanted to let you know that I'm in the process of buying the house! I wanted to thank you for bringing this lovely property to my attention. I never would have found it without your amazing videos!
That is awesome! Good luck with it. Thanks so much for watching.
@spartantz89, is the terrace above getting repaired? I like your place and the one above.
@@marthacrow4495 they are contracted to repair it. Work is supposed to start in September. I’m keeping my fingers crossed and my options open :)
How are the renovations coming along? Any chance you’re sharing it with this community of Tuscany lovers??
Hi, I just found your channel. You are so inspiring, and you are very funny. Thank you for sharing.✨
Thank you for watching and welcome x
It might be interesting to have a video about how these apartments are legally structured. How are common area's maintained? Building updates and repairs? How are utilities and taxes treated. This was a great apt.
Agree. The ins and outs of living in an apartment building in Italy… but who actually knows all that?? Only half kidding!
@@ryanstuhr 😃
It's very different in Italy the legality of buildings is nothing like the US it's all very iffy depending on where you are in Italy I'm guessing 😃
You are correct it is complicated, sort of. That's why all of the legalities are left to a special lawyer called a Notaio. When you buy a house you must hire a Notaio and a Geometra. I lay all of this out in my book Italy is My Boyfriend. They can answer all of your questions and explain the details and legalities to the buyer.@@KathiKruse666
🙂Very much like the US, HOA, and maintenance fees. We lived in a flat for twelve years in Alassio.@@ryanstuhr Read my book Italy is My Boyfriend, I wrote it about our real estate experience in Italy. It's a great resource. x
It’s an amazing space! That water damage is a huge issue! You are 100% right👍
It's charming apartment and the terrace is lovely❤! I agree 100% fix the water damage and sign on the dotted line.
Hi, is this property still available? I love it!
It is still available. Full disclosure it has a lot of problems. The apartment above leaks. The owner would need to fix the roof/terrace on the roof, before I would advise moving on this apartment. It's a long term project. In the sense that the purchase is complicated because of the extensive water damage that needs to be addressed before any purchase is possible. I would email Federico about it. Just be aware the water damage may be a constant issue in the building. It's not insurmountable it is just a long haul. Thanks for watching.
Loved this one! The terrace is amazing and I would love to be in the town center. Thanks for another great video!
Thanks for watching x
Love it! Total charm.
you have new subscriber in me, love you no bulshit, str8 forward attitude your, love your realness and that you are so direct even in front of the realtor
Thanks so much. Happy you're enjoying my straight forward Midwestern style. x
Gotta love a great terrace! I’d love a bar next door if it’s quiet, not far to travel after a few to many or you meet lady friend! Haha cheers Kirk
Thanks for the video, could you explain what the meaning of “currently being defined” is for this property? and diesel? Is that the type of fuel use for heating? Thank you.
You would need to ask the listing agent I have never heard those terms. Thanks for watching. and best of luck. x
Did I miss the bathroom?
beautiful property, really love your rants.
I know you do LOL thank you so much for your comments and support .. x
Wow! 😮 Just 5 seconds in, and boom - “my secret hideaway” which I had saved in my few favorites on Idealista website is in the spotlight! 😂 now the cat's out of the box! 😂 gosh, let me see the rest of the video. I may have to make an offer on this one…
I would watch the entire video. It's got some challenges and see it in person for sure. It's pretty darn charming... Link for Federico is below the video He's a great guy! Thanks for watching x
It's really charming and priced much better than the last few places you've toured. Love this one. Especially charming wood details in living area and kitchen. It would make a good lock & leave for someone. Federico can dig up more like this one 😋 Thanks for clarifying and giving some color about the bar next door, it doesn't sound like noise, it sounds like charm. Mille grazie, ciao!
Ciao Ryan! Yeah this one is a winner. As always thanks for your great feedback. x
Lovely apartment - it speaks to me and many others,
Is it on the 1st floor?
The water damage is a problem in that who will be responsible for fixing it? I’d have thought the owner of the apartment above would want to do so a) to be able to sell it and b) prevent further damage to it and the one below. Is there insurance on either property?? I totally agree with you- I’d only close on either property when the damage has been repaired fully. Thanks for taking us round. Ciao
this property is on the first floor. I would ask Federico about the specifics. His website is right below the video. Thanks for watching x
I love it when you like me the property if I was in a position to buy an apartment/ house in Italy I would want you to look at it first 😁✌️👍
Thx for the video
Kathi Kruse
From Olympia WA USA
Thanks so much for the great feedback and thank you for watching. I would be happy to look at your property, keep watching the right one may just come up. x
Hi which town and region is this property in? Love it! New to the channel. Regards Des
This is Lunigiana, in northern Tuscany. It's an incredibly beautiful and little known region. The town is Fivizzano.Welcome and thanks for watching x
Nice...Agreed, I think a lot of the furniture is great!
I wonder....Would there be consideration to cigarette smoke from next door bar if people were enjoying? I am thinking you can still smoke outside of course?
Thanks team! A and F and crew!
Love Thursdays...
The terrace has no exposure to the bar that's where I would be spending my outdoor time. Thanks for the support as always. x
@@AnnetteJosephstyle As always, you are top thinker!
I've been looking for over a year, and there's always MORE than one thing that's a problem. No heat, damage, needs a roof, etc. So many houses need a lot of repairs.
It took us 4 1/2 years to find La Fortezza, I always say that in Italy the house finds you. Keep looking. Italy taught me patience. Good luck and thanks for watching. x
Remember that with roof damage, the tenant underneath is also responsible as well for any repairs and will have to contribute to the cost of any repairs. It’s a sliding scale so if you live in a three storied building the ground floor tenant will pay the least and as you go up to the first floor etc your quota will gradually increase and in the case of this apartment you might be liable for a third of the costs.
It’s variable but in my experience it’s like this(I’ve flipped a few houses in Italy).
My advice is to not get involved, or when in doubt just walk away as there may be a tacit agreement between the owners of both properties to shift the cost onto the new buyers.
Always imagine the worst possible scenario because that’s usually how it works out.
There are hundreds of good properties to choose from, so take your time and get the right one. What you thought was a dream could quickly turn into a nightmare.
Federico said that the upper floor owner will pay the full amount for the big repairs. He owns the terrace that is where the water infiltration is. In Italy if you own the roof terrace and it leaks are you are responsible. Not the building owner, the apartment owner. Of course It is a case by case every case is different. In this case the owner of the upper apartment is going to fix the leak and the water damage in his apartment. Then if you buy the lower apartment, once the leak is fixed. Then you are responsible for repairing the water damage in your own space. So technically you are correct. But the BIG water issue is addressed first. ua-cam.com/video/XCwz_e4t1Iw/v-deo.html in this video you will see the apartment above this one. Thanks for the comment. Thanks for watching. x
When you say an apartment I assume it would be like an HOA situation? Not quite sure how that works in Italy could you advise on that?
No HOA here. Rarely in Italy unless it's a new apt project. You can do your interior space as you like unless it's a historical restoration. Read my book Italy is My Boyfriend, everything you need to know is in that book. Thanks for watching.
Is there a kitchen sink?
Amazing 😻
General question for you Annette... why Fivizzano? I mean, it looks like a perfectly lovely town, but is there something that elevates it above others in the wider region?
It's a beautiful region. Fivizzano is lovely. There are many lovely towns in the region. We fell in love with our house La Fortezza, the views are insane. Watch the video here ua-cam.com/video/nU83jQEJgXQ/v-deo.html I think you will agree it's a special place. Thanks for watching. x
Love this property but no indoor lounge…
Finally!! A real American perspective on Italian real estate! “When they say two bedroom it means one because the other needs to be a bathroom”
awesome
The website is showing 95,000 euros for this property? Love you videos as usual Annette 😘
Thanks for letting us know. Thank you for watching. x
Has this one sold, Annette?
You would need to email Federico. info@immobiliarecardellini.it
if I was retired already I would book a flight today, but no, I have at least 5 years to go and even then my wife wants us to get a stand-alone home. But for me, this is almost my ideal. Guess Ill just keep dreaming for now and keep on learning Italian.
Yes learn Italian, take these five years to find your place in Italy where you want to be. Vacation for weeks during the summer and winter. Learn the area. It's a huge decision. I am excited for you! Bravo! Thanks for watching x Read my Book italy is My Boyfriend. Loads of tips there. Ci vediamo in Italia!
I bought your book and gave it to my wife as a Christmas gift but she hasn't had time to read it yet. Maybe I will take it back and read it myself. Working for a while on Italian yet I am still at the beginner stage. However I have time on my side, Thanks for the tips, looking forward to more videos.
@@AnnetteJosephstyle
Availability to contractors, parking access, airport access, shopping, medical facilities, practical concerns……
I live here, and we have everything including a great hospital in Fivizzano. Those are not concerns, Thanks for your feedback. Thanks for watching. x
Ahhhh delightful
Why don't they go ahead and fix it?? Why wait?
Great question. A complicated question. The simplest answer is that they don't have the money. The more complicated issue is that there are big problems with the apt upstairs, water infiltration. That is the first thing that needs to be dealt with. That owner doesn't want to deal with it. Another part is that Italians own lots of property, it is handed down, it has to be by law. So this apartment is most likely not the first priority, so it falls into disrepair. It's sad.Italians don't buy or flip properties it's not a thing.... These neglected houses are all over Italy. That's why it's my mission to save these beautiful spaces. Hence my channel and my own house in Italy. Thanks for watching. My own renovation story is told in my book Italy is My Boyfriend.
Sounds like whoever buys the house will have to chip in - or pay entirely - to get the water damage fixed.@@AnnetteJosephstyle
The owner will need to repair the water damage in their own flat. @@jmcqueen7355 I am still thinking about this flat. I feel like I should buy it repair is and resell it. I love the energy in this one.
I'm still thinking about that flat, too. It does have a good structure/layout already in place. I'm thinking of coming again soon, might make a detour. I hadn't been looking this far north of Rome, where I fly into, but it would be worth a look. @@AnnetteJosephstyle
It's a beautiful part of Italy we love it here. @@jmcqueen7355
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It can be yours, just get a hold of Federico and tour it. If you do let me know, I have thoughts about the leakage issue...Thank you for watching x
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italians live in the kitchen??? no way Italians from small villages in the 19th century maybe
That's correct. That is what I said. That's why fireplaces in the Lunigiana are in the kitchen. Agreed. Thanks for watching. x